Geithner Heads To China For Key Talks

by Tom Gjelten, NPR

Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner leaves Saturday for a high-stakes visit to Beijing. Chinese officials have expressed concern about the stability of the U.S. dollar. The U.S. side is anxious to have China do more to stimulate domestic demand and allow its currency to appreciate — but not too fast.

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, May 29, 2009